Formula E car (Image credit: Formula E) Formula E is rising rapidly in popularity, thanks to its technological excellence and the fact that it is just as entertaining and adrenaline-pumping as Formula One. The all-electric motorsport has now entered its twelfth season, which also features its longest-ever calendar, with as many as 17 races scheduled across the globe. TikTok educator Matt Green recently took it upon himself to explain how Formula E cars are powered, breaking down the concept of electrification for fans. The video, shared by Formula E on Instagram, does an impressive job of explaining the fundamentals of electric cars in a way that is easy for even a layperson to understand.
Here’s how electricity is produced for electric racing cars in Formula E
Matt Green explained the working of an electric race car through an engaging song featured on Formula E’s official Instagram handle. Elaborating on the basics, he said, “This is an EV. It contains a battery. In fact, if the charge is at max, it’s built to go from zero to 60 kmph in two seconds flat. Electrification sounds complex, but here’s the core idea: use electricity, not fuel, to power what you steer. First you need to make electricity, that’s generation. We’ve got sun, wind, and water as the clean foundations. Then it has to travel long distances, that’s transmission.”He further added, “The mission is to move more power with precision. Then comes the motor, where electricity turns into motion. Magnets push and pull, no sparks and no explosion. You hit the pedal to the metal and electrons flood the vessel. Instant torque to help you get that medal. Instant class, and it is insanely fast. That’s the thrill you get with Formula E at full blast. Whether a crane, a house, or an industrial machine, electrification means using power to work everything. It is simple: the heart moves electrons, and then you get it done. ABB calls this logically engineered to outrun.”Reacting to the video, one fan wrote, “Formula E about to bring the same innovation F1 brought to modern-day society all those years ago.”When another Formula E fan commented, “Btw electric cars are more bad for nature to make than diesel cars,” Green was quick to clarify, replying, “Common misconception there. Diesel cars convert at approximately 35% efficiency, whereas electric cars are around 80% efficient. Any extra energy required to make electric cars is offset within two years by their energy efficiency. Check the science online for more information!”Formula E Season 12 has already kicked off in exciting fashion, with Andretti’s Jake Dennis winning Round 1 in Sao Paulo and Citroen Racing’s Nick Cassidy claiming victory in Round 2 at the Mexico City E-Prix.
